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Simon's Seat

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Simon's Seat

Recommended by 110 hikers

Simon’s Seat is a gritstone outcrop that rises to 1,591 feet (485 m) on the moors above Wharfedale in the east of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park. Its summit is characterised by gritstone crags and huge, rounded boulders, while the rugged pastures below are quintessential Yorkshire Dales: always a scenic delight.

A conspicuous gritstone outcrop on the moors above Wharfedale

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Yorkshire Dales National Park

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    1. Simon's Seat and The River Wharfe loop from Bolton Abbey — Yorkshire Dales National Park

    18.4km

    05:21

    490m

    490m

    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    March 18, 2019

    Brilliant place BUT.... no dogs allowed 🙁

      April 25, 2024

      Dogs are not permitted on this route.

        November 8, 2022

        Simon's Seat is a prominent grit stone outcrop at 485m just within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. There is a trig point and amazing views across the Dales.

        Simon's Seat is on the Bolton Abbey estate and is accessible to all as it's on open access land.

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          Elevation 520 m

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          Location: Barden, Yorkshire And The Humber, England, United Kingdom

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